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This page provides an overview to the City of Cambridge's procurement process for different purchases.

The City of Cambridge wants to make sure everyone—residents, families, pet owners, and businesses—stays safe, cool, and prepared during extreme heat. Here is a guide to locate places to cool off this heat wave and summer!

In its ongoing efforts to identify ways to serve the community better, the City of Cambridge is currently conducting a business and nonprofit organization opinion survey through February 20, 2023.

On January 23, 2024, after completing necessary repairs, the Cambridge Water Department has switched from MWRA water back to Cambridge Water.

Applying for building,electrical,gas and plumbing permits

The City of Cambridge’s Shade Is Social Justice program will provide cooling and use the power of design to prompt imagination, community-building, and action to help the community adapt to global warming.

Shortly before midnight on Wednesday, October 7th Cambridge Emergency Communications received a 9-1-1 call reporting that an individual had been shot in the vicinity of Columbia Terrace. Cambridge Police, Fire and ProEMS responded to the scene where they located a victim who was subsequently transported to a local hospital for treatment. CPD Personnel are on-scene and conducting an active investigation into the circumstance surrounding this incident, there is not believed to be any broader danger to the community at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact CPD Detectives at (617) 349-3300. Instructions for submitting anonymous crime tips are available on the CPD Website

Fresh Pond Golf Course will remain closed to golf activities while the City assesses the potential public health impacts and operational logistics involved with opening the golf course.

To make performing in public easier in Cambridge, street performers can now apply for free permits via our online form.

Enjoy family-friendly entertainment and free snacks, followed by a movie on the big screen!